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Meaning: The surname 武 originates from the Shang Dynasty (1600–1046 BCE), where it was adopted by descendants of King Wu Ding of Shang. It also traces back to Wu Zixu, a renowned general of the Chu Kingdom during the Spring and Autumn Period (770–476 BCE), and to King Wu of Song during the same era. The character 武 originally refers to military or martial matters.
武
Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.98 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.250 place
Unknown (武定桥烈妇)
A Ming Dynasty woman who, after her husband was executed, committed suicide by jumping into the Wuding Bridge river, leaving a poem on her belt, possibly from Songjiang Xie family.
Wu Zetian (武则天)
the only female emperor in Chinese history, who reigned during the Tang and Zhou dynasties, known for her political acumen and reforms.
Wu Xun (武训)
a philanthropist in late Qing Dynasty, known for funding schools through begging and encouraging education.
'武' is a strong name tied to ancient Chinese royalty and military figures. It evokes power and bravery, much like the martial arts it symbolizes.
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